Regional Accounting Manager
Department:
Finance
Location:
Important international company on the AgTech - Post harvest is looking for a Regional Accounting Manager to join their team in Latinamerica.
What the Role Delivers
This position is responsible to plan, direct and coordinate the management accounting function for the Latin America Region, including participation in budgets and forecasts, interpreting financial results, monitoring cash flow, capital expenditure programs, management reporting systems development, special investigations/reports, operating efficiency studies, feasibility studies, managing investment portfolios, managing the regional accounting team and support Regional Finance Director on the general management of the finance area in the region. Also responsible for the preparation of accurate statutory financial reports.
Key Responsibilities In order of relative importance
� Overseeing the daily activities of the accounting team (internal and external service providers), ensuring that activities are completed timely and accurately.
� Ensure adherence of accounting policies and procedures and compliance with US GAAP and other statutory reporting requirements including monitoring the impact of changes in the business and external regulations. This includes the responsibility for maintaining all �secondary� ledgers to support local statutory reporting requirements.
� Evaluate, develop, and improve department controls, systems, and procedures that increase accuracy and efficiency.
� Assist with Corporate Treasury and management of regional Cash Flow Management
� Review and approval of account reconciliations. Ensures that the reported results comply with GAAP.
Tax Compliance - Review the tax information required quarterly in the 'Tax Package'; Responsible for tax planning and ensure annual corporate tax return filings; Coordinate and review the information required by tax authorities in case of a tax audit; Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements.
� Work in close coordination corporate Accounting and Tax and FP&A to prepare/support forecasts, financial plans and budgets, and understanding of budget to actuals needed for the regional businesses.
� Ensure adherence of the operating effectiveness of the Company�s internal controls over financial reporting and disclosures, including required compliance
� Coach and develop staff for professional development and ensure that the accounting function maintains technical competency.
Who to Work With
Primary internal and external stakeholders
� Finance Director
� Global Accounting Managers
� Global & Corporate Finance Teams
� External Auditors
What the Job Requires
� A Bachelor�s degree in Accounting
� Preference for licensed CPA or chartered accountant
� Ten or more years of relevant work experience
� Fluent in English and Spanish - as this is mandatory for the position offered please submit your resume en in english. Resumes in spanish or any other language will not be reviewed.
What to Have Done and Know How to Do
These skills and experiences are highly desirable; however, they do not preclude exceptions based on an individual�s performance history and demonstrated potential.
� Knowledge of accounting systems such as SAP, BPC, Power BI
Familiar with international business & accounting practices and processes including local statutory reporting and US GAAP
� Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially in Excel
� Excellent communication and leadership skills, including proficiency in English and Spanish
� Prior experience leading, developing and coaching a team preferred
Why Work Here
� We have a rich history and are known for our quality products.
� We have an enterprising spirit and are looking for like-minded problem-solvers to help us accomplish our goals.
� We focus on the Critical Few priorities that are important for us and our customers and then hold ourselves accountable to deliver.
� We are growing and transforming � both our business and the industry.
� We are committed to developing our colleagues and helping you advance in your career.
Local Details
�Location: altough this is an hybrid position, must be based in Chile (Santiago/Rancagua).
Bonus: This position is bonus eligible
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